Calea
Calea
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Amenities
6 BEDROOMS / 6 BATHROOMS
Ground Floor:
King bedroom (bed size 180x200cm) with sea view, en-suite bathroom with shower.
King bedroom (bed size 180x200cm), private bathroom with shower, Smart TV with Netflix.
First Floor:
King bedroom (bed size 180x200cm), en-suite bathroom with shower, shared balcony, Smart TV with Netflix.
King bedroom (bed size 180x200cm) with sea and garden view, en-suite bathroom with shower, shared balcony.
King bedroom (bed size 180x200cm) with sea, garden, and pool view, ensuite bathroom with shower, shared balcony
King bedroom (bed size 180x200cm) with garden and pool view, en-suite bathroom with shower, shared balcony, Smart TV with Netflix.
All bedrooms have air conditioning; the bathrooms are efficiently designed considering the dimensions and all equipped with hair dryers.
LIVING SPACES
This villa is designed for the guest who sees interiors as an experience in themselves. Every room feels curated with the eye of a collector — statement furniture, playful art, and unexpected architectural details that reward a second glance. For travelers seeking something bolder than the traditional whitewashed Sicilian villa, this is a residence that makes its own statement.
Generous open-plan living space anchored by designer sofas, a suspended fireplace, and a state-of-the-art entertainment system. The room's bold, collector's-eye furnishings and curated art set a playful, design-forward tone from the moment guests step inside.
The open marble kitchen, finished in dramatic dark-veined stone, is fully equipped for both relaxed breakfasts and ambitious entertaining, with a generous island for casual gathering. Indoor dining accommodates up to 12 at the main table, or 8 at the kitchen block, making the villa equally suited to intimate family meals and formal dinners. A dedicated laundry area completes the practical comforts of daily living.
OUTSIDE FEATURES
The 2,500 m² of lush private garden is anchored by a raised, freeform pool set into a gently sloping lawn, framed by mature palms, a weeping willow, and coral-hued umbrellas — a scene that feels more resort than residence. Fully fenced and planted with indigenous Mediterranean species — olive and citrus trees, flowering shrubs, palms — the grounds offer genuine privacy alongside sea glimpses through the greenery. A vine-covered pergola shelters outdoor dining, complete with a charcoal BBQ, while furnished terraces across the property's different levels provide varied settings for lounging and taking in the view. An electric gate and on-site parking for four cars round out the practical comforts.
AMENITIES
Full A/C throughout, Wi-Fi (400mbps download/28mbps upload) - Smart TVs with Netflix in three bedrooms, fireplace, washing machine (no dryer; outdoor hanging rack available), upright piano, hair dryers, dishwasher, Nespresso and moka coffee makers, charcoal BBQ, private swimming pool (7m×15m, depth 1.40m–1.80m), two baby cots and highchairs, private parking, electronic gate.
SPECIAL CHARACTERISTICS
For travelers seeking a private base from which to discover this coast, Villa Calea offers a rare combination of comfort and access. Calea's defining feature is its panoramic view over the Aeolian Islands — one of the finest on Sicily's northeast coast, especially at sunset. The Aeolian Islands — Stromboli, Lipari, Panarea — are reachable by ferry from Milazzo in under an hour, and guests can also arrange a private boat tour directly to the islands. Palermo and Taormina are each about ninety minutes by car, Cefalù closer still, and the harbor town of Capo d'Orlando — six kilometers down the hill — offers excellent restaurants and an unhurried, authentic pace of Sicilian life
INCLUDED WITH RATE
All utilities
Unlimited Wi-Fi internet access
Pool towels
Full gardening and pool cleaning service
NOT INCLUDED WITH RATE
Housekeeping service
Cook service – No third-party suppliers allowed: the services will be provided by the villa management and in-house staff
Pre-stocking pantry
Cost of food and beverages
NOTES
Damage Liability: € 2,000
Mandatory final cleaning: €500
Access to the villa requires driving along a stretch of dirt narrow road. Guests are advised to communicate their vehicle's dimensions in advance to confirm accessibility.
Due to the remote location, mobile network coverage is moderate to poor in parts of the villa
Property NOT suitable for guests with limited mobility
Non-smoking villa
No pets allowed
Pool open from March - November
The Italian government might require the payment of a Visitor’s Tax (approximately €1.50 – €6.00 per person, per day, depending on the location) and may be applied for the first seven days in the destination. This tax is payable locally, in Euro cash.
Check-in: between 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm; Check-out: before/by 10:00 am
All extra services must be paid locally, prior to departure, unless otherwise arranged.
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Location
Nearest Airport: Palermo Puntaraisi 2h – Catania Fontanarossa 2h.20 m
Nearest serviced town/beach: 7 Km Capo D’Orlando - 10/15 min
Nearest major city: Cefalù 1h.10 min
Driving time estimated by Google Maps
The island of Sicily offers a number of wonderful places to visit on daytrips or excursions. In the northern area, you might want to include cities such as Palermo, Monreale, Cefalù, Castelbuono, Erice, Segesta, Marsala, and Trapani to your must-see. The eastern coast of the island is also worth exploring, starting from the famous cities of Taormina, Catania, Syracuse, Noto, and Ragusa and the utterly unforgettable volcanic peak of Mt. Etna. The extraordinary city of Palermo is the capital of Sicily, so beautiful that Maupassant described it as “the most beautiful religious jewelry dreamed by human thought”. Visit the richly decorated churches, the imposing monuments and lose yourself in the little streets of the historical center. Explore the archeological site of Segesta, once one of the most important fortified cities on the north Sicilian basin. Do not pass on Erice, the ancient medieval village rich in history and charm. If you venture up to Marsala, drive along the Salt Route and enjoy the burning sunset reflected on the lagoon of the salt mines. You will never forget it! And take note that Marsala, known as the “city of wine”, has been producing a sweet dessert wine of the same name for more than 200 years. Do not leave the island without at least a bottle of this liquid gold!
WHERE TO EAT
Trattoria Altri Tempi - Local dishes, old-style. Menus are written in Sicilian dialect but the staff is happy to translate! Excellent value for money.
Via Sammartino 65, Palermo - +39 091 323 480
Osteria dei Vespri - One of the most acclaimed restaurants in Palermo, offering a modern, highly original menu on the ground floor of the historical Palazzo Gangi.
Piazza Croce dei Vespri 6, Palermo (old town) - +39 091 617 1631
Antica Focacceria San Francesco - Serves very good meals upstairs and in the square (one of the most beautiful squares in Palermo), or typical Sicilian fast food during the day. Open for lunch and dinner.
Via A. Paternostro 58 (opposite the church San Francesco d’Assisi), Palermo - (+39) 091 320 264
Between Palermo and Cefalù, if you like artichokes, stop at Trattoria Nasca, a simple trattoria where the whole menus is based on artichokes cooked in lots of different ways!
Contrada Canna 1, Cerda - +39 091 899 2716
Fior di Sale - at the Saline Ettore Infersa, recommended for the good food, and in summer the breathtaking views over the Stagnone lagoon at sunset.
Contrada Ettore Infersa 36/A, Marsala - +39 0324 896 5988 or +39 0327 407 7156
Ristorante Monte San Giuliano – good typical dishes served in a rustic atmosphere. Outdoor dining available in summer. Try the busiate (local fresh pasta) with trapanese pesto enriched with potatoes and eggplants.
Vicolo San Rocco 7, Erice - +39 0923 869595
WHERE TO SHOP
Food – Sundried tomatoes, jams, honey and pistachio cream from Antichi Sapori di Sicilia - a company that expertly preserves flavors of the Trapani province.
C/da Granatello Ciappola 35/B, Marsala - +39 0923 733007
Ceramic – the town of Santo Stefano di Camastra, one hour drive east from Cefalù, bases its economy exclusively on the production of ceramics. It has ancient tradition on shapes and decoration. The clay used to create ceramics in this area is well known for the superior quality and it is sold in many of the shops along the streets of the city center.
Clothing – La Coppola Storta – a Company who transformed the coppola (a typical Sicilian flat hat) from mafia stereotype into a symbol of a region that is changing.
Via Bara all'Olivella, 74 Palermo - +39 091 324428
Jewelry – Platimiro Florenza - one of the last coral artisans able to create wearable artworks.
Via Osorio 36, Trapani - +39 0923 20785
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A partial payment in the amount of 50% of the rent total is due upon booking. Remaining payment is due no later than 90 days prior to arrival.
